Get ready to embark on a culinary journey to discover the secrets of creating the perfect Cajun fish croquette. This delectable dish, with its crispy golden exterior and tender, flaky fish interior, is a true taste sensation that will tantalize your taste buds. As you delve into this article, you'll uncover the essential ingredients, techniques, and tips for crafting this beloved Cajun specialty. Learn how to select the freshest fish, prepare a flavorful batter, and achieve that perfect balance of spices and herbs that gives Cajun fish croquettes their irresistible charm. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, this comprehensive guide will empower you to create this iconic dish that will impress family and friends alike.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
CAJUN SALMON CROQUETTES
Tasty Cajun Salmon Croquettes made with fresh salmon blended with Cajun seasonings and breadcrumbs and dusted with crumbled Ritz crackers.
Provided by Eric Jones
Categories Comfort Food
Time 21m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Chop celery and green onions using a food processor (paid link). Place in a large bowl.
- Remove the skin from the salmon filet and chop your salmon into small diced pieces. Add diced salmon, breadcrumbs, and seasonings to the same bowl. Slightly scramble your egg then add to bowl.
- Using a spatula, fold ingredients together until it binds, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Remove salmon mixture from the refrigerator and form into flattened balls.
- Place Ritz crackers into a large zip lock bag and crush well. Dredge salmon balls with finely crushed crackers.
- Heat cooking pan to medium heat and add cooking oil. Fry salmon balls for 3 minutes on each side. Remove from heat and place on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- For the remoulade sauce, add all sauce ingredients into a bowl and whisk (paid link) together until smooth. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 580 calories, Sugar 8.9g, Sodium 1075mg, Fat 26.2g, Carbohydrate 68.1g, Fiber 3.3g, Protein 14.8g, Cholesterol 45mg
CAJUN CATFISH SUPREME
Steps:
- Sprinkle catfish strips with blackened fish seasoning. Spread catfish with mayonnaise. Place in a shallow dish, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- In a large skillet, heat 4 tablespoons butter until it begins to sizzle. Sear the fish strips until golden, turning once. Transfer to a 9x13 inch baking dish, and arrange fish in a single layer.
- In the same skillet, heat remaining 4 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Cook and stir mushrooms in butter until golden. Stir in parsley, green onions, and shrimp. Reduce heat to low, and cook until shrimp are pink and tender. Stir in cream of shrimp soup, and blend well. Ladle soup mixture over fish in baking dish.
- Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 483.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9.6 g, Cholesterol 225.4 mg, Fat 34 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 33.6 g, SaturatedFat 15.7 g, Sodium 1290.5 mg, Sugar 1.3 g
CAJUN FISH FILLETS
Make and share this Cajun Fish Fillets recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Derf2440
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, thyme, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper and oil to make a paste.
- Pat fish dry with paper towels.
- Using the back of a spoon, rub paste mixture evenly over the entire surface of the fish.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours.
- Preheat bbq to medium high and grease grill.
- BBQ halibut, turning once, until cooked through, about 3 to 5 minutes per side (Alternately, cook fish in a nonstick frypan over medium high heat).
- Cooking time may vary depending on thickness of fish.
- Remove fish to a serving plate and serve with lemon wedges.
- This rub works equally well with salmon, sea bass or tuna.
CAJUN COMPROMISE CATFISH
A fast, tasty, spicy fried fish recipe which can be adjusted to suit the cook's (or diner's) preference. I call it Cajun Compromise because the spice level is the result of a compromise between my wife and I. It can be served with tartar sauce for the timid, or hot sauce for the not-so-timid. Great for appetizers or a main dish.
Provided by NOCKO
Categories Seafood Fish Catfish
Time 1h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Soak the fish pieces in milk for at least 30 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and hot pepper sauce. In a separate bowl, stir together the flour, cornmeal, pepper, mustard and Cajun seasoning. Dip fish pieces into the dry mixture, then into the egg, then back into the dry mix. Set on a plate in the refrigerator and chill for about 15 minutes. This will help the batter stick to the fish.
- Heat more than enough oil to cover the bottom of a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Fry fish pieces for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Depending on how much and what kind of Cajun seasoning you used, some of the breading may get darker than the rest.
- Drain the fish on paper towels and serve with hot sauce or tartar sauce. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.8 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Cholesterol 158.1 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 41.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 876.7 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
CAJUN BAKED CATFISH
This well-seasoned fish nets me compliments from family and friends whenever I serves it. The fish is moist and flakey, the coating crisp, crunchy and flecked with paprika. -Jim Gales, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. In a shallow bowl, mix the first 6 ingredients., Dip fillets in cornmeal mixture to coat both sides. Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with paprika., Bake until fish begins to flake easily with fork, 20-25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 748mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CAJUN FISH CROQUETTE
In this recipe, tilapia, haddock or sole fillets can be use. This recipe comes from the issue of March 2006 from Coup de Pouce.
Provided by Boomette
Categories Tilapia
Time 29m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a not too deep bowl, mix flour, cornmeal, cajun seasoning, salt and pepper. In another bowl not too deep, mix mayonnaise, dill and lemon juice (set aside 1/4 cup of this mayonnaise for later).
- Soak fish fillets in the mixture of mayonnaise, then in the mixture of flour flipping them to coat well. Put fish fillets on a greased baking sheet.
- Cook in a preheated oven of 450 F for about 10 minutes or until croquettes are golden. Keep cooking under the broiler for about 4 minutes or until crispy. Serve with the mixture of mayonnaise that you set aside.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 350.5, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 95.6, Sodium 476.3, Carbohydrate 21.1, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.5, Protein 36.6
Tips:
- Use fresh fish. This will give your croquettes the best flavor and texture.
- Don't overcook the fish. It should be cooked through, but still moist and flaky.
- Use a variety of vegetables in your croquettes. This will add flavor, texture, and nutrients.
- Be creative with your seasonings. Cajun seasoning is a good starting point, but you can also add other herbs and spices to your taste.
- Form your croquettes into small, bite-sized pieces. This will help them cook evenly.
- Fry the croquettes in hot oil until they are golden brown. This will give them a crispy exterior and a tender interior.
- Serve the croquettes with your favorite dipping sauce. Remoulade sauce is a classic choice, but you can also use tartar sauce, ranch dressing, or any other sauce you like.
Conclusion:
Cajun fish croquettes are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can also be made ahead of time and frozen. With a few simple tips, you can make Cajun fish croquettes that are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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